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Two new contracts for the Detroit Red Wings: one exciting, and another a bit more mysterious.
First, Axel Sandin Pellikka signs his ELC as Yzerman officially brings their next star defenseman into the fold in Hockeytown, however it was confirmed that he'll be staying in the SHL. We discuss what this means for his development vs. joining the Grand Rapids Griffins in the AHL, how being under Kronwall, Lidstrom, and Andersson's tutelage, how he compares to Seider, Edvinsson, or even forwards like Kasper and Raymond, & more (7:10).
Next, Dmitri Buchelnikov extends in the KHL as the offensive dynamo may be in Russia longer than expected - will he ever arrive in Detroit, and if so, when (16:55)?
After that, an update as Jonatan Berggren, Sebastian Cossa, and Dan Watson's Grand Rapids Griffins move on to the next round of the Calder Cup Playoffs (21:50).
We then discuss Trey Augustine and Alex Lyon at the World Championship (that Dylan Larkin unfortunately had to bow out of) as well as Nate Danielson and the Portland Winterhawks (26:30).
Also, the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery, drama surrounding it, Celebrini and Demidov destinations, and who Detroit may target at 15th overall (Eiserman? Catton? Brandsegg-Nygard?) (27:25).
Finally, NHL news include Marner & Toronto's continued meltdown, Dallas over Vegas in the Stanley Cup playoffs, Kucherov, McDavid, and MacKinnon Hart nominees, & lots more (49:45) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:03:50) - enjoy!
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The kids are the key for Steve Yzerman and Derek Lalonde in Hockeytown.
Tune in as we break down the incoming youth movement for the Detroit Red Wings, how many of the rising stars can make the roster, and what to expect from Simon Edvinsson, Albert Johansson, Nate Danielson, Axel Sandin Pellikka, Marco Kasper, Carter Mazur, Sebastian Cossa, and others in the future as the Red Wings look for help around Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, & Lucas Raymond (5:20).
Next, updates on Jonatan Berggren and the Grand Rapids Griffins as they continue in the Calder Cup Playoffs (21:15), Canada's Gavin McKenna & the U18 tournament (28:20), Red Wings going to the World Championship, now including Trey Augustine (30:45), & NHL Draft Lottery updates (34:35) before we give you our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Tij Iginla (36:10)!
Finally, Stanley Cup Playoffs updates as the Toronto Maple Leafs have done it again: what's next for Mitch Marner, Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Sheldon Keefe, & Brendan Shanahan? Also, updates on McDavid's Oilers, Dubois, & the rest of the league (42:30), Rod Brind'Amour, Vezina, Jack Adams, & Norris Trophy nominees (58:05), & lots more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:02:10) - enjoy!
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Just because the season is over doesn't mean Red Wings fans aren't excited about hockey, thanks to the likes of Nate Danielson and Axel Sandin Pellikka.
Tune in as we start by discussing Nate Danielson's offensive increase as he moved from the Brandon Wheat Kings to the Portland Winterhawks, whether he can make the Detroit Red Wings next season, his future as a potential 2C alongside Dylan Larkin, how he'd fit with players like Lucas Raymond or Alex DeBrincat, & more (4:45). After that, Axel Sandin Pellikka's celebrations as Skelleftea won the SHL title, his future as a high-end right-handed defenseman to support Moritz Seider on that side, what his timeline is to land in Detroit based on what Steve Yzerman said, & more (14:30).
Next, an update on the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including Detroit's Wild Card race rivals all failing miserably, how the LCA would've done with playoff hockey, what's next for the Rangers, Hurricanes, Bruins, Leafs, Panthers, Golden Knights, Stars, Avalanche, Oilers, Kings, Canucks, and Predators (21:30), PLUS discussion on Vegas' LTIR salary cap drama (50:00).
Finally, our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Russian star Ivan Demidov (56:45) & lots more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:01:55) - enjoy!
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There's a lot for Steve Yzerman to take care of in Hockeytown this offseason, and the top of the list (even higher than Patrick Kane) belongs to Lucas Raymond & Moritz Seider's upcoming contracts.
Tune in as we discuss what those deals may look like as they come off their ELCs, whether anything other than an 8 year term is advisable, how Dylan Larkin's cap hit may factor in, why Compher, Copp, Perron, & other contracts matter, & more (3:35). We also provide some Detroit Red Wings updates as the likes of Larkin, Lyon, Petry, Raymond, Derek Lalonde, and Alex Westlund are off to the World Championship, and Andrew Gibson of the Soo Greyhounds signed his ELC and will join the Grand Rapids Griffins (27:30).
Next, we give an update on the start of the Grand Rapids playoff run as Jonatan Berggren sealed the Game 1 win, backstopped by Sebastian Cossa and coached by Dan Watson (34:35) before giving an NHL Draft Lottery update (including Detroit's chances of winning and who will end up with Macklin Celebrini) (35:50).
After that, our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile series continues with Zeev Buium (Shai's brother) (41:20).
We then take a look at the Stanley Cup Playoffs (Marner, Nylander, & the Leafs are at it again) (48:25), pay our respects to the great Bob Cole (1:00:25), & lots more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:03:35) - enjoy!
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Now that we've looked back at the Detroit Red Wings and their 2023/2024 season, it's time to look ahead at the job Steve Yzerman has ahead of him this summer.
Tune in as we open by discussing some key priorities for Yzerman in Hockeytown, including the Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond extensions, making room for young players like Simon Edvinsson, Marco Kasper, Carter Mazur, Albert Johansson, Nate Danielson, or even Axel Sandin Pellikka, and managing the cap through contracts like Holl, Maatta, Petry, & others (4:25). Next, Patrick Kane's latest message and what it means for his time in Detroit (12:15).
We're then joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit and Prashanth Iyer to discuss all things Red Wings: the past season, what the Seider and Raymond contracts may look like, free agent and trade options for Yzerman (Zegras? Marchessault? Markstrom? Gibson?), a review of the "Yzerplan", contract and cap management, how to get help for Larkin, DeBrincat, Raymond, and others, & lots more (14:45).
Next, NHL news including the Utah (Mammoth? Yetis? Outlaws?) team name, a playoff update (Bobrovsky's freak save, Demko's injury) (1:20:00) & lots more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:28:50) - enjoy!
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It's that time of year as we recap the entire 2023/2024 Detroit Red Wings season.
Tune in as we start by discussing the forwards, including Dylan Larkin's leadership, Lucas Raymond's star performances, Alex DeBrincat's first year in Hockeytown, Patrick Kane's impact, J.T. Compher, David Perron, Robby Fabbri, Daniel Sprong, Michael Rasmussen, Andrew Copp, Joe Veleno, Christian Fischer, & others (4:15).
Next, the defensive group, led by Moritz Seider in the trenches, Shayne Gostisbehere, Ben Chiarot's turnaround, Olli Matta, Justin Holl, Jeff Petry, Jake Walman up top, and Simon Edvinsson's arrival (51:30).
Also, the goaltending, as Alex Lyon, James Reimer, and Ville Husso had a lot of ups and downs, and not much in between (1:10:15). After that, Derek Lalonde, Steve Yzerman, and the entire management/coaching staff's performances, as well as our thoughts on overall team trends, expectations, MVPs, favorite moments, & lots more (1:14:10).
We also give a quick notes on exit interviews from Patrick Kane, Steve Yzerman, Moritz Seider, & others (1:32:55) before we give a preview of our NHL Stanley Cup Playoff bracket picks (1:36:25) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:38:20) - enjoy!
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